Geelong v Carlton Preview, MCG

This one pips the two Anzac Day matches as game of the round. Geelong are undefeated for the first time since 2013 after stunning the Lions in the wet at the Gabba. The victory came without a goal from star forwards Tom Hawkins and Jeremy Cameron. The Cats are firing in every area of the ground, again defying predictions they could tumble down the ladder after they missed finals last year. Carlton also pulled off their best win of the season, coming from behind to inflict GWS with their first loss of 2024. Geelong will have to tame star Blues forwards Harry McKay and Charlie Curnow without concussed defender Tom Stewart.

TIP: Carlton by 9 points, Sam Walsh to have 30 or more possessions